Our Team

Dedicated Leaders

The YMCA of Alaska team is made up of dedicated professionals who believe in strengthening communities and supporting individuals at every stage of life. From program directors to frontline staff, our team works together to create welcoming spaces where everyone feels supported, respected, and inspired to grow.

Guided by our core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and FUN, our staff bring passion and purpose to everything they do. Whether supporting youth programs, health and wellness initiatives, or community outreach, our team is committed to making a meaningful impact across Anchorage, Mat-Su, and Kodiak.

Nate Root

CEO

David Koch

COO

Lorann Payne

CFO

Cyrese Gorrin

CAO

Kristin Haines

Membership Director

Crystalee Brown

Health & Wellness Director

Amanda Hanley

Aquatics Director

Sherry Lawson

Executive Childcare Director

Ben Molletti

Facilities Director

Alec Dudley

Sports Director

Vickie Leavens

Community Outreach Director

Erin Widener

Community Health Director

Brittany Hawk

Member Engagement Manager

Angel Storle

Childcare Operations & Compliance Manager

Andrea Arts

Associate Health & Wellness Director

Justice Arola

Aquatics Operations Manager